das Publikum
Translation
audience, public, spectators
Examples
Das Publikum klatschte begeistert.
The audience clapped enthusiastically.
Der Film wurde vom Publikum gut angenommen.
The film was well received by the public.
Die Meinung des Publikums war geteilt.
The opinion of the audience was divided.
Grammar Patterns
in front of an audience ((to speak)) vor Publikum sprechen He doesn't like speaking in front of a large audience.
Similar Words
Zuschauer (spectators), Zuhörer (listeners), Öffentlichkeit (the public)
Etymology
From Latin 'publicum' (the public, the state). Related to the English word 'public'.
Memory Tips
It looks and sounds very similar to 'public'. Think of the 'Publikum' as the public attending an event.